Govt. advises NSFs to constitute ‘Make in India in Sports’ and ‘International Relations’ Committees

The government has advised all recognised National Sports Federations to constitute dedicated committees on International Relations and Make in India in Sports within their respective organisations. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports said that the constitution of these committees will strengthen the country’s global sporting engagement and sports diplomacy while promoting indigenous capabilities in sports in line with Atmanirbhar Bharat.
The Ministry said the International Relations Committee will monitor developments in relevant International Federations, including changes in competition rules and structures, governance frameworks, elections, and athlete-centric programmes. The Committee will comprise senior Federation members, former international athletes, coaches, and subject experts with proven experience in global sports administration and diplomacy. The Ministry said that it will ensure that all international engagements are aligned with the government’s policies and the Olympic Charter and adhere to principles of good governance, anti-doping compliance, and athlete safeguarding.
The Make in India in Sports Committee will be responsible for engaging with Indian manufacturers, start-ups, research institutions, and testing and standardisation bodies to facilitate product development, trials, and certification in the concerned sport. It will promote the domestic sports manufacturing ecosystem envisaged under Make in India. The Committee will include senior Federation members, technical experts, former international athletes, and at least one member with experience in sports equipment or technology.